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Tuesday, May 18, 2010

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I feel kind of "meh" about this quilt. I don't know what it is about it, but I'm going to put it in my quilt cupboard and pull it back out in 6 months and see if I like it more then. Sometimes the 6 month waiting period helps.

It was a WIP that was sitting around for way too long. A few weeks ago I pulled it out and worked out some of my stress and frustrations while finishing it up. Quilting is GREAT therapy.It's a lap size that measures 50" x 60". The background is bleached muslin. It was inspired by this earlier quilt of mine, but I stuck to all solids this time around. I did a smaller stipple than usual, which I like quite a bit.Binding and backing came from the stash.

Speaking of stash...I've been trying to make a dent in mine, so I've been keeping track (loosely at least) of my fabric usage this year. I've only busted about 46 yards so far. My goal is 100 yards. I still can't believe that I have THAT MUCH FABRIC! I guess I've been living in denial. ;)

Holy guacamole - I yearn to have that kind of stash to bust! And this quilt is lovely - simple, modern and classic all at the same time. The stippling looks great. I always tell my husband that quilting is my therapy and I need A LOT of therapy!

It's reasons like this quilt that make me so glad you are back blogging. I'm off to the store TONIGHT to buy the fabric to copy the pattern. Have you ever considered selling your quilts? I local boutique or in an etsy shop on your blog? You could make a fortune.

I really like your quilt. If you don't like it when it comes out I will adopt it. ( ehehe)That is a lotof stash to bust. I keep trying, but I keep bringing more in than I am using up. That is the wrong direction hu?

I'm so glad you're back! Just reading your posts is a breath of fresh air and I feel the same way about this quilt...it's so refreshing! And yes, I think we all agree that quilting is therapy and it always feels amazing to put the last stitch in a WIP!

Oh my gosh, I love it! I was looking for something fast to make my brother, who just got a divorce and moved into an apartment with his two sons and has almost no furniture or anything. Looks fast, easy, and is really attractive!

Okay so this is just adorable but if it doesn't float your boast you could always donate it to a worthy cause.Victoria over at Bumblebeansbasics.comis gathering quilts for folks getting a new start in a basic home.Or there is always QOV :0)

Oh, girl, we ALL live in denial about how much fabric we have. I think 46 yard busted is pretty good. I think I contribute more to my stash than I remove from it (and we all know that scraps multiply). I like this quilt. I like that you used solids in this one. It gives it such a crisp feeling. Don't feel "meh" about it. It's good. Striking.

And just to clarify, I don't think AJ was saying she only has 100 yards of fabric. She's just trying to reduce it by that much. (Halfway there!) I'm sure she has way more than that. Correct me if I'm wrong, girl.

Good idea to let the love marinate. This is a sweet and simple project that should make you smile when you see it!

Ya know, a yard is only 36 inches. You yourself are probably about a yard and a half high, bive or take a few inches. 46 yards isn't even half a football field, right? So it adds up fast even though it is not that much. That's my story, anyway :)

Oh! I forgot to say....sometimes the wait 6 months theory works the other way. Some years ago I made my Mom and my Dad each a quilt for Christmas. I LOVED Mom's but seeing it now I think "what was I thinking" The important thing is that she loves it and displays it proudly on the back of her sofa.

It has a clean, contemporary feel. Much like a Gee's Bend quilt, but with lighter, more spring-like colors. I can't imagine not loving that quilt! But I covet all your work - you are one of the major inspirations for my quilts!

A wonderful simple, modern quilt..I´ll take it if you should end up not liking it. And I wish I had a stash....years ago I had to give away lots of my fabric and since than I never got to really grow a stash again.

Thank you for posting your quilt size and intended use. I am making one for my mom now and it is 48 x 57 and I kept debating on whether it was big enough for a lap quilt or not. Honestly, I'm tired of looking at the fabrics, think I will call it a day and go with the size it is instead of making it any bigger.

Although I think it is a striking yet soothing quilt, I understand how sometimes a quilt just feels blah to you even after you've finished it. I was having a similar feeling last week about a quilt I kept hoping I would love more as I worked on it but was only loving less. To my amazement and delight, my sweetheart came saw it and said, "I really like that! That would be the perfect quilt for my sister!" Hooray--I can let go of this quilt without any regret, and I do think she'll like it. Checking off another name on my Christmas list is a great feeling, too. Anyone lurking on your Christmas list who might appreciate your quilt?

i saw earlier this year that you were trying to bust 100 yds from your stash. i thought to myself *wow, thats alot of fabric*. so i went to my cupboard and started counting. i have somewhere near 250yds not counting my fat quarters! (i got tired of counting and knew i needed to get sewing) so crazy this fabric obsession.

I can't imagine why you'd care, but I have to say that I like this one much better than the first one.

I like how there are fewer colored pieces with more background showing. These must take FOREVER to piece and lay out.

Congratulations on what I think is a fabulous quilt. If it fails the 6 month test, email me and I'll send you my snail-mail address. I'll be happy to take it off of your hands !I'd do that for you ! ( I really do appreciate all of the quilts that you share here and on flickr !)

I think this quilt is very fresh and a little avante-gard! But if you think it's too plain, you could always applique a few random flowers over the top. Just found your blog today- surfing instead of quilting! How do you get both done?